Sponsored Events
Bringing brain health to your community is one of the best things you can do - and your brain will thank you for it. Below you'll find events across Illinois supported by the Illinois Brain Health Project, where neighbors, partners, and local organizations are teaming up to make brain health for all a reality.
Our Programs & Support
The Illinois Brain Health Project / Your Brain Will Thank You campaign relies on a partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter to provide trusted and reliable brain health messaging for Illinois communities.
Education Programs
The Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter provides free public programming by request. See the button below to preview the program menu!
Expert Speakers
The Illinois Brain Health Project network is comprised of experts from various public health fields, particularly community-facing professionals. Send us an email to inquire about researving a speaker for your future event.
Resource Tables
The Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter also provides free resource tables that can be tailored to your setting. Send us an email using the button below to express interest and reserve a table!
Media Apperances
Many partners of The Illinois Brain Health Project network are trained to conduct informative and engaging media appearances. Send us an email to request an interview or quote!
Sponsored Event Recordings
Storying the Brain
2 de junio de 2026 a las 23:00:00
Duration: 2 hours
Program Led By: Laurel Curran (Alzheimer's Association), featuring brain health educator Sofia Garza and author/writing instructor Gail Brandeis, hosted by the Illinois Brain Health Project and Story Studio Chicago.
Core Content: A brain health education segment covering the Alzheimer's Association's 10 Healthy Habits and U.S. POINTER Study findings, followed by a guided writing workshop using sensory memory prompts, personal history exercises, and a closing gratitude letter to participants' own brains
Key Takeaways: Writing is a free, evidence-based tool for brain health. Even short sprints of expressive writing can unlock deep memories and improve well-being
Meal Planning with the MIND Diet
24 de abril de 2026 a las 23:00:00
Duration: 75 mins
Program Led By: Live cooking demonstrations by MIND Diet Co-Founder Laura Morris, with pre-recorded educational segments by Jennifer Ventrelle, hosted by the Alzheimer's Association and Illinois Brain Health Project.
Core Content: A practical MIND Diet meal planning session featuring live breakfast, lunch, and dinner demonstrations alongside video guidance on weekly meal planning strategies, grocery shopping tips, and the 3-2-1 Social Dinner Method.
Key Takeaways: Using the 3-2-1 Social Method, batch prepping grains and salads, and smart cooking techniques like baking with a coating can make brain-healthy eating practical and sustainable; recipes and tools available at theofficialMINDdiet.com
Brain Health Community Panel
16 de abril de 2026 a las 17:00:00
Duration: 90 mins
Program Led By: Optwell Founder Kris Lonsway and The Community House Executive Director Dan Janowick, featuring neurologist Dr. Agarwal, Alzheimer's Association VP Olivia Montango, MIND Diet Co-Founder Laura Morris, and POINTER Study participant Phyllis Jones
Core Content: A comprehensive brain health evening covering Alzheimer's disease science and emerging treatments, U.S. POINTER Study results, MIND Diet nutrition strategies, and a firsthand participant testimony — closing with an overview of free local brain health programming through Optwell and The Community House.
Key Takeaways: Up to 45% of dementia cases may be preventable — the POINTER Study, MIND Diet research, and Phyllis Jones's personal transformation all reinforced that structured lifestyle change produces real, measurable results, and free local programs to support that change are available now through Optwell and The Community House; resources at alz.org, YourBrainWillThankYou.com, theofficialMINDdiet.com, and optwell.org.
Cooking for Your Brain
1 de octubre de 2025 a las 23:00:00
Duration: 75 mins
Program Led By: Jennifer Ventrelle (U.S. POINTER Study co-director) and MIND Diet Co-Founder Laura Morris, hosted by the Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter and the Illinois Brain Health Project in partnership with The Official MIND Diet.
Core Content: A science-to-kitchen session covering dementia risk factors, U.S. POINTER Study findings, and the structure of the MIND Diet, followed by a live cooking demonstration of brain-healthy snacks, a green smoothie, and a Turkey and Squash Taco Bowl — with real-time cost breakdowns throughout.
Key Takeaways: MIND Diet's 53% risk reduction for high adherers, POINTER Study results, and affordable recipes (including a $1.94 smoothie and $7.25 taco bowl for five) all reinforce that brain-healthy eating is accessible to everyone; free tools at theofficialMINDdiet.com